Matchday Memories: On This Day 1987 – Hornets Humbled At Home By G&Js Sky Blues
On this day (30th April) 1987 in that magnificent season when the Sky Blues brought the F.A.Cup back to Coventry the club’s managerial duo MD and...
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1977 – Sad Stoke Slaughtered By Super Sky Blues!
On this last day of April (30th) in 1977 Sky Blues manager (and now CCFPA member) Gordon Milne was finding it hard to get wins in Division One....
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1976 – Bryan’s Benefit Less Than Friendly At The Den!!
We were very pleased to see highly regarded former Sky Blues ‘keeper, and now CCFPA member, Bryan King (pictured below) at our Legends Day 2023...
McCoist speaks on Lampard's links to Chelsea: I'd love to see him continue to build!
Ally McCoist has opened up on Frank Lampard's connections to bigger clubs after promotion with Coventry City.
Members News: Super ‘Snowy’ Sings The Sky Blues (Song)!
In case you missed it here is the video excerpt by CCFPA’s Lee Cowell of the moment when our ‘special guest’ last Sunday, Noel Whelan, sang on...
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1966 – JH’s Sky Blue Battlers Beat Brave Boro’
On this day (30th April) in 1966 the Sky Blues, under iconic Manager Jimmy Hill, were about to fall just short of the ‘promised land’ in their...
Frank Lampard says he's noticed a change in Reece James since he was Chelsea manager
It has been three years since Frank Lampard’s second stint as Chelsea manager came to an end, and in that time, the Coventry City gaffer...
Frank Lampard hails first Coventry City summer transfer for player who has 'given us everything'
The Sky Blues are preparing for life back in the Premier League
Members News: Welcome To Our Newest CCFPA Member – It’s Jay Bothroyd!
We are delighted to welcome former Sky Blue striker Jay Bothroyd to membership of this Assocation. Before last Sunday’s final home game of the...
Coventry City among clubs interested in 22-year-old centre-back
Coventry City will already have eyes on potential summer transfer targets, and one name emerging in reports from Europe is Oskar Wojcik.
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Matchday Memories: On This Day 1962 – JH’s Men End Season Having Halifax Win Double!
On this last Monday evening of the 1961-62 season (30th April 1962) CCFC’s legendary manager Jimmy Hill had taken over from Billy Frith the...
Frank Lampard ends live interview with two words as he escapes grilling on Coventry City future
Lampard’s future at Coventry City has been thrust into the spotlight because of his stellar success with the Sky Blues, leading them to promotion...
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1958 – Young Brian Gets CCFC Record In Gills’ Defeat!
On this last day of April in 1958 (a Wednesday evening game) a young man started off his long first team footballing career with Coventry City by...
Frank Lampard 'on shortlist' for Premier League job as fee for Coventry City boss emerges
Frank Lampard continues to be linked with Premier League clubs after winning promotion with Coventry City.
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1932 – Storer’s Bantams Score ‘Old Five’ & Sting Hornets!
On this day (30th April) well over ninety years ago in 1932 legendary CCFC manager Harry Storer was in his first full season (in his first spell)...
Today’s Members Birthdays: Sky Blues Irish Star Of 80s Is 72 Today. ‘Happy Birthday’, Gerry!!
The Association would like to send Birthday Greetings to its member, former Sky Blue star of the eighties Gerry Daly. Born in Cabra, Dublin on...
Frank Lampard wants to sign former Chelsea player BlueCo sold for £55m - journalist
Frank Lampard could turn to one of his former Chelsea players in his bid to keep Coventry City in the Premier League next season. Under...
Defeat won't knock Wrexham going into huge Middlesbrough clash - Parkinson
Phil Parkinson says Wrexham will go into the crucial final day clash against Middlesbrough with spirits high because of the way they played...
“His last game”: Watford vs Coventry City predictions
The72's writers offer their Watford vs Coventry City predictions ahead of the Championship clash on Saturday.
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Bid expected: Coventry City favourites to seal summer signing ahead of Newcastle
Coventry City are in pole position to seal a summer signing ahead of their new Premier League rivals, including Newcastle, according to reports.
‘He’ll have to be ruthless!’ - Coleman warns Lampard as Premier League reality looms
Coventry City news from CoventryLive as former Sky Blues boss Chris Coleman speaks about Frank Lampard's success and future with the Sky Blues
Frank Lampard beats Newcastle to transfer and closes in on first Premier League deal
Coventry City's Frank Lampard is closing in on his first signing after the Sky Blues earned promotion back to the Premier League
Frank Lampard's Coventry beat Premier League rivals to first signing after promotion
Coventry City are leading the race to sign goalkeeper Carl Rushworth, who has spent the season on loan with Frank Lampard's side, and wants to make...
Matchday Memories: On This Day 2023 – See Sky Blue Josh & Vik Bag Brum Win At CBS!
On this day just three seasons ago Mark Robins‘ Sky Blues continued their excellent recent run to the Championship play-off spots (only one defeat...
The 3-way battle to secure Premier League promotion from the Championship and join Coventry City
Ipswich Town, Millwall and Middlesbrough are all in with a chance to secure promotion to the Premier League this weekend but the permutations mean...
Crystal Palace next manager: Frank Lampard odds tumble as Coventry City eye replacement
Crystal Palace are on the hunt for their next manager and have been continuously linked with Frank Lampard. With Oliver Glasner set to depart...
Coventry City beat Premier League rivals to first summer signing
Exclusive: Carl Rushworth is keen to keep working with Frank Lampard in the first deal of a busy transfer window
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1989 – See Sillett’s Sky Blues (& Gary’s Goal) Silence Stretford End!
On this day (29th April) in 1989 the Sky Blues under former full back John Sillett were nearing the end of their highly successful Division One...
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1978 – Sky Blue Scots Secure Season’s End Stalemate At Robins
Getting on for half a century ago today (29th April) in 1978 the Sky Blues finished their 1977-78 Division One season with an away game with...
Frank Lampard on Coventry City's Premier League recruitment challenges, contacts book and busman's holiday
Coventry City news from CoventryLive as Frank Lampard prepares for a busy summer on the recruitment front
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1967 – See Sky Blues Wallop Wolves In ‘Midland Match Of Century’!
On this day (29th April) in 1967 Highfield Road saw its largest ever attendance when The Sky Blues played close rivals Wolverhampton Wanderers in a...
Members News: Can You Guess Who CCFPA’s Latest Signing Is?
The Association is very pleased to announce another new member has been signed up, thanks to the hard work and good contacts of CCFPA chairperson...
'Wow, thank goodness you're here' - Coventry City urged to draft in big name this summer
Coventry City news from CoventryLive as former boss outlines what the Sky Blues need to do this summer
Frank Lampard Chelsea return expectation as Coventry City exit fears addressed
Lampard’s future has been thrust into the spotlight because of his stellar success with the Sky Blues, leading them to promotion to the Premier...
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1963 – JH’s Sky Blues Step On The Gas With The ‘Old Five’
On this day (29th April) in 1963 the Sky Blues, under legendary manager Jimmy Hill (in his first full season in charge), were closing in on getting...
Frank Lampard future questioned as Doug King told what keeping him at Coventry City will boil down to
The Sky Blues are preparing for life back in the Premier League after 25 years, after winning promotion and the Championship title in Lampard’s...
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1950 – Bradford Beaten By ‘Bantam’ Bryn’s Brace
On this day (29th April) way back in 1950 Coventry City were a fair to middling Division Two side entering the final lap of the season in their...
'High alert': West Ham rival Frank Lampard’s Coventry for ideal Mateus Fernandes replacement
West Ham have joined Frank Lampard’s Coventry City in the race to sign Middlesbrough midfielder Hayden Hackney. Even though Coventry have won the...
Football League analysis: Coventry City's rise towards the Premier League
For a club that has spent much of the last 25 years drifting between hardship, transition and rebuilding phases, Coventry City's return to the...
Fulham and Coventry City carrying out checks to sign brother of Premier League star
The Cottagers are eyeing a move for a "very aggressive" player in the summer transfer window.
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1969 – Sky Blue Brian’s Testimonial Draws Derby County
On this Monday night (28th April) in 1969 Coventry City stalwart Brian Hill received his testimonial from the club having already been at Highfield...
Matchday Memories: On This Day 2018 – See Sky Blues Score Six At Cheltenham!
On this day eight seasons ago on (28th April) in 2018 the Sky Blues under Mark Robins were on their way up out of League Two (via the playoffs)....
Coventry City plotting shock move to sign a former teammate of Frank Lampard
The Sky Blues are eyeing a stunning move for an "unbelievable" Premier League star.
CCFPA News: The Association’s ‘Player Of The Season 2026’ Is Matt Grimes!
We are pleased to announce and confirm that the clear winner of the Association’s ‘Player of the Season’ award for 2026 is our club captain and...
‘James Maddison to Coventry City has got legs’ – Tottenham nightmare scenario revealed
Former Tottenham scout Mick Brown has suggested that James Maddison could be poached this summer by his former club. The attacking midfielder has...
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1965 – Sky Blue Hudson’s Hat-Trick Humbles The Orient
On this Wednesday night (28th April) in 1965 CCFC manager Jimmy Hill and his boys were completing the next stage of the journey of their ‘Sky Blues...
CCFPA News: Ex Chairman Jim’s Latest Journal Post Out Now
For very many years now CCFPA’s former Chairman Jim Brown, author of many books on CCFC and the club’s official historian, has produced a regular...
Frank Lampard is linked to Chelsea, but Sam Allardyce says he could aim higher
Sam Allardyce has been backing Frank Lampard for a big job amid his success with Coventry City, with links with Chelsea ramping up.
Frank Lampard 'showing interest' in Mark Robins' key man for Coventry City transfer
The Sky Blues have been linked with a former Netherlands under-21s forward as they prepare for life back in the Premier League
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1948 – Billy’s Bantams Catch Cottagers Cold
On this Wednesday night (28th April) way back in 1948 Coventry City were a Division Two outfit, managed by former 1930s player Billy Frith. They...
Coventry City star labelled the “unsung hero” of Championship glory by EFL expert
Coventry City are champions after a stellar Championship season, and Ephron Mason-Clark has been picked for praise.
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The Everton Forum • Re: The Friedkin Group
London-listed CMC Markets scores £30m Everton shirt deal as betting ban loomsCMC Markets, the London-listed financial services group, has struck a...
Chelsea urged hijack Man City move for ‘special’ £69m transfer target
Chelsea are expected to be busy in the summer transfer market (Picture: Getty)
Chelsea have been urged to pursue a deal for Bournemouth forward...
Members News: Funeral Arrangements For Quintin Young RIP
The Association have now received details of the funeral arrangements for our member Quintin Young who died on after a long illness on 23rd April...
Doug King told 'break the bank' for player Frank Lampard wants amid £100m Premier League reality
Coventry City owner Doug King told he must spend big to stay in the Premier League
Arsenal fans enjoy new Coventry City chant about Spurs
Coventry City fans debuted a new chant during their weekend win, and it's proving a lot more popular with Arsenal fans than Tottenham Hotspur...
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1934 – Bantams’ Best Ever Win: Bourton Bags 4/9 V. Bristol C.
On this day (28th April) way back in 1934 Coventry City under legendary manager Harry Storer were striving to get out of Division Two and scoring...
Leeds United, Brighton, Fulham and Brentford 'carry out checks' on Kevin Mac Allister as Coventry City linked
Leeds United, Coventry City, Brighton & Hove Albion, Fulham and Brentford linked with brother of Liverpool star
Coventry City, Fulham, Leeds United vying for Kevin Mac Allister
Coventry City, Fulham, and Leeds United are reportedly keen on signing 28-year-old Argentine international Kevin Mac Allister from Union...
Matchday Memories: On This Day Since 1967 – Misery Except For 2017-18!!
Well, some dates are just not lucky for the Sky Blues and this (28th April) is one of them. Fortunately, even without the coronavirus disruption...
Sheffield United should consider summer loan swoop for Coventry City man amid winger issues: Opinion
Sheffield United will be in the market for wingers this summer, and Romain Esse should be one of their targets.
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Parkinson salutes Coventry's title win and his high hopes for Wrexham
Phil Parkinson congratulated Coventry City on their fabulous achievement and he hopes Wrexham are also celebrating at The Racecourse this weekend.
Matt Grimes finally getting chance to show he is Premier League class
The ex-Exeter City academy product has starred as Coventry City have achieved promotion
Coventry City rival Everton in Hayden Hackney race
Coventry are ready to challenge Everton in the race for sought-after midfield target Hayden Hackney, with Frank Lampard pushing for a deal
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Coventry City rival Everton in John Stones chase
Newly promoted Coventry City have started making plans for the summer, and they are set to rival Everton in their pursuit of John Stones.
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Expert predicts Frank Lampard's stance on leaving Coventry amid Chelsea talk
Coventry City could be forced to look for a new manager as there are concerns Frank Lampard could be lured away amid interest from Chelsea....
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Even Coventry City are plotting a £39m raid on Tottenham Hotspur this summer
Coventry City are plotting to raid Tottenham for an experienced midfielder ahead of their return to the Premier League. There is a lot of...
Expert: James Maddison return to Coventry is a realistic possibility, Tottenham exit on the cards
Coventry City are plotting a move to bring James Maddison back to the CBS Arena if he is allowed to leave Tottenham Hotspur this summer....
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Ghana striker Brandon Thomas-Asante nominated for Coventry City Goal of the Season award
Ghana international Brandon Thomas-Asante has been shortlisted for Coventry Cityâs Goal of the Season award following his spectacular...
Members News: Noel Sees Sky Blues Super Sunday Coronation As Wrexham Wrecked -2
As promised earlier today , since we had not got enough room in our previous posting covering yesterday lunchtime’s wonderful last home game of the...
Fans make feelings clear on Albion goalkeeper amid title celebrations
Coventry City fans called on Carl Rushworth to sign for them as they celebrated the title.
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1996 – See Sky Blues’ Bulawayo Bullet’ Waste Wombles!!
On this day (27th April) in 1996 (now CCFPA member) Ron Atkinson‘s Sky Blues travelled to Crystal Palace‘s ground, Selhurst Park to meet the...
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1985 – Mackay’s Men (Barnesy & Big Cyrille) Burn The Baggies!
On this day (27th April) in 1985 the Sky Blues ‘gaffer’ Don Mackay was on the last leg of completing the Sky Blue season having been in post since...
Coventry City among clubs interested in Argentinian centre-back
Coventry City are heading to the Premier League, and links with potential transfer targets are already circulating.
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Matchday Memories: On This Day 1982 – Sexton’s Sky Blues Stick Six Past Sunderland!
On this day (27th April) in 1982, as CCFC had five games left to play (four in May), and in this first game of the quintet our opponents Sunderland...
Frank Lampard's Coventry City stance emerges as he shares true feelings with friend
Frank Lampard is once again a Premier League manger - and his former team-mate and coach reckons he's on his way back to the top
Interest in Stoke City man growing with Coventry City keen
The summer transfer window is approaching, and Stoke City man Million Manhoef is drawing new interest.
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Sam Allardyce makes bold prediction about Chelsea legend Frank Lampard’s next job
Frank Lampard has masterminded Coventry’s return to the Premier League (Picture: Getty)
Former England manager Sam Allardyce believes Frank...
Coventry City Premier League ticket prices set in sharp contrast to Championship
Frank Lampard's Sky Blues will be facing the likes of Arsenal, Manchester City, Manchester United and Liverpool once again
Members News: Noel Sees Sky Blues Super Sunday Coronation As Wrexham Wrecked -1
On a perfect Sunday in the sun 30,000 Sky Blues fans, including a bumper turnout of Former Players, saw another super Sky Blue win followed by a...
Wrexham boss Parkinson couldn't fault his players following defeat to champions
Wrexham didn't get the result they wanted but Phil Parkinson praised his players for the way they went toe-to-toe with champions Coventry City.
‘Can't afford to do that': Portsmouth boss' transfer fee warning as he confirms interest in £4.3m Coventry City winger
John Mousinho has confirmed Pompey's interest in Coventry's £4.3m winger for the first time, as he discussed the dangers associated with player...
VIDEO: Wrexham players give champions Coventry guard of honour
The Wrexham players gave Coventry City a guard of honour as the Sky Blues celebrated their Championship title party with a 3-1 victory.
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1974 – As Season Subsides, Sky Blues Safe Sharing Six With Arsenal!
On this day (April 27th) in 1974 the Sky Blues finished their season with a 3-3 draw at home to to Arsenal. They went into the game mindful that...
Coventry City told job Frank Lampard is destined to take – and it's not Chelsea
Coventry City boss Frank Lampard has been linked with a return to his former club Chelsea, but former manager Sam Allardyce believes there's...
Frank Lampard knows exactly how much Coventry City can spend on transfers for Premier League
The Sky Blues' first transfer of the summer has already been made
Frank Lampard hits out at ‘unreal’ EFL snub and makes Coventry City prediction
The Sky Blues are back in the Premier League and underlined their dominance of the Championship with a 3-1 win over play-off hopefuls Wrexham
Lampard should not be tempted by possible Chelsea return, says Cole
Joe Cole has urged Frank Lampard to steer clear of a third stint in the Chelsea dugout, labelling the lack of managerial control at Stamford Bridge...
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1963 – CCFC Fly To Cumbria & ‘The Hud’ Creates A Carlisle Coup!
On this day (27th April) in 1963 Sky Blue manager Jimmy Hill was in his first full season in charge and facing the eighth out of nine fixtures in...
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1960 – Bantams Beat Hammers To Take The (Southern Professional) Cup!!
On this day (27th April) in 1960 Coventry City got their hands on a decent bit of silverware. The Southern Professional Floodlit Cup was something...
